Welcome to Bonaparte restaurant! Imagine a stream of soft light focused on a single white orchid, set on a white tablecloth... Comfortable ambiance that invites you to settle in for the evening... Romantic little nooks for an intimate dinner... Contemporary décor within historic stone walls... And exquisite cuisine, prepared with French savoir-faire and showcasing the finest fresh regional products... At Bonaparte we are constantly trying our best to please you. After all it is all about the little details. Therefore we offer in additon to our À la Carte menu a Theater menu which is available during regular Centaur season from 5:30pm to 6:30pm and our Table d'Hôte. Gourmets in hurry can always count on us. If you desire to savour the chef's specialties, our Dégustation menu will seduce you.
Bonaparte is described across reviews as a refined Old Montreal destination for classic French cuisine, offering a romantic candlelit atmosphere and attentive, professional service. The menu shines with dishes such as duck confit, duck breast with maple syrup and wild berries, lamb shank, beef bourguignon, veal chop, and foie gras, with standout lobster bisque and desserts like profiteroles and chocolate mousse, all complemented by a superb wine list and thoughtfully paired tasting menus that many guests consider well worth the splurge. The setting is consistently praised for elegance, a quiet, intimate ambiance, and old world charm, making it ideal for special occasions and romantic dinners. While some guests note price considerations and occasional delays or variability in seasoning, the prevailing impression is that Bonaparte delivers excellent food, memorable service, and a standout Montreal dining experience that keeps visitors returning.
It's no wonder Restaurant Bonaparte came sooooooooo highly recommended!!!!!!!
As two very seasoned Montreal foodies , we came to celebrate hurricane grandma's 97th
Birthday -
Well,they knocked the ball right out of the park & here is why ;
- The dining room is old Montreal charming & Frederic made sure we overlooked old cobblestone streets while sitting next to a lovely fireplace - He was so gracious & welcoming .
George's the Maite d' was so very welcoming & warm. Audrey & Catherine' made sure we were completely taken care of this evening to the finest detail .
Oh my goodness ,let's take a moment & describe dinner . My leg iof lamb was braised to perfection , the mashed potatoes were sooooo yummy -Hurricane Grandma's golden dore was equally delectable - I loooved my Bloody Mary etc
dessert was more than fabulous -lemon tart & cheese cake .
The evening was absolutely divine -
They checked all the nano boxes -
We can't wait to come back ❤?❤?❤?🥰
Merci à Frédéric & à toute l'équipe, pour avoir accommodé mes clients, pour un anniversaire. Ils étaient 16 personnes samedi dernier avec deux tables bien placées à l'arrière.
Ils ont bien appréciés leur repas & l'ambiance.
Mar 28, 2026
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A truly memorable & romantic dining experience at Restaurant Bonaparte.
My wife & I enjoyed a beautiful evening from start to finish. The ambiance is simply perfect for a romantic night, elegant, intimate, & full of charm. It creates that special atmosphere where you can truly slow down & enjoy each other's company.
The service was outstanding. Attentive, warm, & perfectly paced, making us feel welcomed & cared for throughout the evening without ever being intrusive.
The food, as always, was exceptional. Every dish was refined, beautifully presented, & full of flavor. You can truly feel the consistency & passion behind every plate.
Restaurant Bonaparte is always on point. A perfect setting for a romantic dinner, & an experience we will definitely cherish.
Thank you for such a lovely evening.
Nous avons été pour la st Valentin, le service & l'ambiance etait impeccable mais nous avons trouvé que les plats n'étaient pas a la hauteur considérant le prix
A must-do in Old Montreal. This cozy French restaurant had charm, warm ambiance, super delicious food, & an amazing staff! The staff were really friendly, fun, & knowledgeable about the menu & drink options. I tried Artic Char for the first time & now it's my absolute new favourite. My husband had duck confit cooked to perfection. The dessert souffle was not only delicious but also a beautiful treat! I highly recommend this restaurant!
We highly recommend duck confit, lamb shank, catch of the day (walleye) & rabbit confit. The terrine & wine was not super impressive but was still good. Service was good & they treated us very well for my birthday. This was the second visit for one of us.
Restaurant Bonaparte is nice but unremarkable-nothing I ate was offensive, but nothing really impressed me.
Cocktail options are fun, & the cream of mushroom soup was very good. The plating on the entrees seemed a little tacky & unrefined. The lamb was well cooked & had good texture, though lacked flavor to me, & the chicken with brie similarly tasted like… chicken & brie, & nothing else. The duck was pretty good though in a very sweet sauce.
The desserts were standard, the chocolate mousse was a little disappointing as it didnt taste like they used real chocolate in it as opposed to powder, & was simply piped into a bowl.
The interior ambiance is very nice, & the service was good. While I think the food here is good, I believe there are better options around both for flavor & presentation of dishes
Jan 1, 2026
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Nous avions réservé au restaurant Bonaparte suite à une recommandation & avec de grandes attentes. Malheureusement, l'expérience a été mitigée.
La cuisine était bonne & les plats bien exécutés, mais les portions étaient assez petites par rapport au prix. Les tables sont très rapprochées, ce qui enlève beaucoup d'intimité, surtout pour un repas en couple. L'ambiance était plutôt neutre, sans animation ni atmosphère particulière, ce qui rend l'expérience moins mémorable.
Un point très négatif concerne les toilettes des femmes : elles étaient bondées & dégageaient une mauvaise odeur, ce qui est vraiment décevant pour un établissement de ce niveau.
Globalement, c'est correct au niveau de la cuisine, mais je trouve que la réputation du restaurant est un peu exagérée par rapport à l'expérience vécue.
I had been looking forward to trying Bonaparte for quite some time, especially during MTLàTABLE, but unfortunately, my experience was far below expectations.
It took over an hour for our first course to arrive, which immediately set a disappointing tone for the evening. When I mentioned the delay twice, the response I received was far from professional - instead of an apology or a gesture of goodwill, I was simply told,'I already told you it's coming.' For a restaurant with such a strong reputation, that lack of courtesy was truly surprising.
As for the food, it was uneven. The lobster bisque was fine but nothing remarkable. The salad was very bitter & in general lacked flavor, almost bland. The goat cheese was enjoyable, & the terrine was decent though not memorable. The lamb & the salmon mousse were good. The beef was tough & difficult to chew, while the pork was tender & well-prepared. The desserts followed the same pattern - the carrot cake was pleasant, but the chocolate mousse felt ordinary.
Overall, the evening was disappointing. After such a long wait & indifferent service, the experience did not live up to Bonaparte's reputation or my expectations. Sadly, I don't think I'll be returning.
This was our second time & Restaurant Bonaparte does not disappoint. Always creative & delicious appetizers & mains. Juicy lamb chops, perfectly cooked meal... all was extraordinary. Excellent wine list.
I came to Restaurant Bonaparte to celebrate my partner's birthday & other life events. We were met with lovely staff who made us feel welcome despite our younger age & inexperience with fancier dining. We tried the tasting menu with wine pairing & we're not disappointed. The rabbit & lamb are phenominal, as well as the cheesecake. Would recommend this spot to any couple looking to celebrate over a fantastic dinner.
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A six star experience & my favorite dinner in Montreal during this trip .
Bonaparte hit all the marks with their exceptional service & attention to detail .
We made reservations weeks in advance & it is highly recommended to plan accordingly.
We were greeted & taken to our table which was a great location overlooking the outside . Quiet & able to hold a conversation without noise or disruptions making the ideal ambiance.
Bonaparte restaurant style & surroundings take you make to an old school elegance & charm . Dress for the occasion .
Our waiter was amazing . He explained the menus perfectly & made note of a gluten free guest also offering their own gf bread & butter . A must .
Cocktail menu & wine menus were extensive & detailed . We asked to try some local gin based cocktails . He did an amazing job proposing two cocktails that set the tone for the dinner .
Soup of the day was a potato & leek . Simple flavorful & filling . What else does one need ? Together with the delicious breads was a good starter .
Main dish was out of this world . Roasted duck breast cooked to perfection . Prepared with a maple syrup sauce & wild berries (including tart cranberries) which elevated the dish . Vegetables mix balanced the dish . In combination with the herbal cocktail this dish was extraordinarily special .
After dinner digestif menu included some nice choices to wrap up a delightful dinner
Many thanks to the entire staff that made our event so memorable . We will be back again next time we are in Montreal
I enjoyed of my lamb shank but my friend ordered medium well filet mignon but the meal was well done cooked, she was mot happy with, about wine 🍷 we think the waiter mixed up our order.
Atmosphere is good & almost quiet.
My wife & I had the lobster bisque which was excellent. But the main courses weren't quite the same level as the bisque. My wife had the Chicken Breast Served with Melted Brie & Sage Cream, which the chicken was on the dry side but the sause was very good. I had the Lamb Shank, Sweet Garlic Sauce, the shank was cooked perfectly but there was very little sauce for the amount of meat. If it wasn't for the dry chicken & less sauce, I would have given 5-star. One more thing, the basket of baguette wasn't the best I have eaten, it was on the dry side & the crust was chewy, it felt like a day's old bread.
The ambiance was calming. Mathieu ensured we had a great experience & was very attentive & jovial. The food was delectable & scrumptious if I may say so. The renard duck & the special of the day stood out.
L'ambiance était apaisante. Mathieu s'est assuré que nous passions un excellent moment & s'est montré très attentif & jovial. La nourriture était délicieuse & succulente. Le canard Renard & le plat du jour se sont particulièrement distingués.
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Le restaurant Bonaparte offre une expérience correcte. L'ambiance est animée, avec beaucoup de monde & d'effervescence, ce qui peut rendre l'endroit bruyant. La nourriture est bonne, bien que je m'attendais à un peu plus. Les soupes & les apéritif sont particulièrement réussies. Le service, bien que courtois, aurait pu être plus clair dans la communication. Dans l'ensemble, une expérience satisfaisante, je donnerais une note de 8/10.
L'ambiance était géniale, le personnel très sympa & la nourriture savoureuse. Nous étions là pour un rendez-vous amoureux & nous avons tous les deux apprécié l'expérience. Je souhaite seulement que la crème brûlée soit mieux présentée. Si vous visitez Montréal, je suggère d'essayer cet endroit.
To be honest, we initially made a reservation here because we wanted to stay close to our hotel, but Bonaparte was the perfect meal to end our honeymoon trip. We both did the tasting menu, & I also added the wine pairing. Everything we tried was delicious & well-portioned. The wines were all well paired & our waitress did a lovely job explaining each match. The service, ambiance, & food were all excellent - I can't recommend this restaurant enough. We would certainly go back.
A wonderful traditional French restaurant with a great atmosphere in the Old Port. You will be amazed by the fantastic ambience, sparkling Christmas tree, warm lights, elegant table cloths, romantic music & 5 stars service. We chose the 7 course tasting menu without regrets. Every dish was perfect! It was pleasant to sit a table by the window having delicious meals while it was snowing outside. An unforgettable night! We will come back!
